Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
corymbosum
ID:
533718

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Pl. Mattogross. 10, t. 5. 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533050

Common Names

  • Anacardium corymbosum
  • Corymbosum Anacardium
  • Corymb Anacardium

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Description

Anacardium corymbosum (also called Corymb Cashew, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree with a spreading, rounded habit. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anacardium corymbosum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacardium corymbosum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacardium corymbosum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Anacardium corymbosum

Anacardium corymbosum can be found in Brazil.

Anacardium corymbosum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Anacardium corymbosum?

Anacardium corymbosum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What is the typical size of Anacardium corymbosum?

Anacardium corymbosum typically grows to be about 5-10 m in height.

What is the typical lifespan of Anacardium corymbosum?

Anacardium corymbosum typically lives for about 10-20 years.

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References